Humbird, WI

Wisconsin

Humbird is a small town in Wisconsin with a population of 297. Residents earn $56,250 per year, which is 25% below the national average.

3.4 /5.0
B Good
297 Population 263/sq mi density
$56,250 Median Income $21,099 per capita
$89,400 Home Value $183,456 Zillow
$775 Median Rent 30.0% income on rent
44°F Avg Temperature 270 sunny days/yr
B
Overall
3.4 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.1 / 5.0
$56,250 median income, 1.9% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$89,400 home value, $775/mo rent
F
Education
1.2 / 5.0
2.2% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $56,250
25% lower than US avg
Home Value $89,400
68% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 2.2%
93% lower than US avg
Median Rent $775
33% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 36.8%
15% higher than US avg
Unemployment 1.9%
47% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 1.7%
86% lower than US avg

How Humbird Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)

People

Population297
Median Age50.2 yrs
Density263/mi²
Male / Female47% / 53%
Largest GroupWhite 93%
Veterans6.7%

Economy

A
Median Income$56,250
Per Capita$21,099
Unemployment1.9%
Poverty1.7%
County GDP$1,372M
Commute25 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$89,400
Rent$775
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$183,456
Housing Units149
Rent Burden30.0%

Health

Obesity36.8%
Uninsured10.3%
Smoking16.4%
Depression22.3%
Heart Disease6.3%

Climate

Avg Temp44°F (6°C)
AQI38 (Good)
Rain35.5 in/yr
Sunny Days270/yr
Elevation1,015 ft (309 m)

Education

F
Bachelor's+2.2%
High School+84.5%
Graduate+0.8%
School Score5.81

Community

2024 VoteR 59% / D 40%
Commute25 min
Broadband90.8%
Libraries2

Is Humbird a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Humbird receives an overall livability score of 3.4 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes. Humbird offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Humbird is $56,250, 25% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.9%. Only 1.7% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 25 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Humbird is $89,400, 68% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $775 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1.6x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

2.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 84.5% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.8/10.

Climate & Weather

Humbird has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 44°F. Winters average 14°F in January while summers reach 69°F in July. With 270 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 35.5 inches, including 43.6 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Humbird has a population of 297 with a density of 263 people per square mile. The median age is 50.2 years, 29% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (92.9%), with 2.4% Hispanic.

Population

297
Total Population
263
People / sq mi
50.2yrs
Median Age
29% above US avg
1.1mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 47.1%
Female 52.9%

Race & Ethnicity

Humbird vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only98.0%
25% above US avg
Spanish2.0%
85% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Humbird vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Humbird is $56,250, which is 25% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 1.9% (below the 3.6% US average). 1.7% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 25 minutes.

Income: Humbird vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$56,250
25% below US avg
Per Capita Income$21,099
Avg Weekly Wage$971
IRS Avg AGI$59,373

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.9%
47% below US avg
Poverty Rate1.7%
86% below US avg
Establishments (County)488
County GDP$1,372M

Business (County)

Restaurants61
Healthcare49
Retail56
Manufacturing23

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$5,761
65% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate6.44%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time24.7 min
Drive Alone53.2%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home4.8%

Walkability

The median home value in Humbird is $89,400, 68% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $775 (33% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $183,456.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$89,400
68% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$183,456

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$775
33% below US avg
Rent Burden30.0%

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$797
1 Bedroom$872
2 Bedrooms$1,097
3 Bedrooms$1,405
4 Bedrooms$1,572

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied90.1%
Housing Units149
Median Year Built1956

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$5,761
65% above US avg
Effective Rate6.44%
In Humbird, 36.8% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 10.3% of residents lack health insurance. 16.4% are current smokers. 22.3% report depression. 28.8% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Humbird vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity36.8%
15% above US avg
Diabetes9.6%
Heart Disease6.3%
High Blood Pressure28.0%
Asthma10.8%
COPD6.2%
Cancer6.9%
Stroke3.0%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking16.4%
17% above US avg
Binge Drinking21.4%
Physical Inactivity28.8%
Depression22.3%
Mental Distress17.1%
Physical Distress13.0%
Short Sleep33.8%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate99.0%
Uninsured10.3%
20% above US avg
Checkup Rate71.7%
Dental Visits58.9%
Premature Death9,145/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.7/10
Exercise Access39.6%
Healthcare Facilities49
Humbird has an average annual temperature of 44°F (6°C). Winters average 14°F in January while summers reach 69°F in July. Annual precipitation is 35.5 inches. The area enjoys 270 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Temperature

14°F Jan (-10°C) 69°F Jul (21°C)
Annual Average43.6°F
19% below US avg
January Average14°F (-10°C)
July Average69°F (21°C)
Sunny Days270 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall35.5 inches
7% below US avg
Snowfall43.6 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median38.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,015 ft (309 m)
Area1.1 sq mi (2.9 km²)
Population Density263/sq mi
Coordinates44.5313°N, 90.8792°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS55053
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent. 2.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (93% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 19.5-point margin. 90.8% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 59.1%
D 39.6%

Winner: Republican by 19.5 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+2.2%
93% below US avg
High School+84.5%
Graduate Degree+0.8%
School Test Score5.81
F Education Grade (1.2/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 8Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent
Population Density263/sq mi
Total Area1.1 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access90.8%
Public Libraries2
Healthcare Facilities49
Restaurants61
Retail Stores56

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)5

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute24.7 min
Drive Alone53.2%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home4.8%

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